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Located in the centre of Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, the park covers a total area of 2300 acres (930 hectares). As one of the largest urban parks in North America (before you ask, Central Park in New York City is 834 acres) Wascana Park has been witness to the changing times of not only the city and the province, but the nation as a whole. The fact that this park exists is credit to those who saw the potential of creating what can be described of as an oasis on the prairie. The park, as well as the City of Regina, has gone from a treeless spot on a map, to a place of wonder.
Wascana Park was established in 1962 by an act of the Saskatchewan Legislature. The Wascana Centre Act united the Province of Saskatchewan, the City of Regina and the University of Regina in a corporate body - The Wascana Centre Authority.
The Indians used the area around Wascana Creek to dry buffalo meat and clean and stretch the hides. Because buffalo bones were gathered along the creek, the area came to be known as Oscana, a Cree word meaning "pile of bones." Our name, Wascana, was derived from this Cree word.
The seat of the Provincial Government of Saskatchewan located in the stately Legislative Building and supplemented by Administrative Office Buildings is set in a site of approximately 98 hectares.
The joe moran gallery and the Mackenzie Art Gallery, the Saskatchewan Centre of the Arts bringing world class performances, the Kramer Imax Theatre, the Saskatchewan Science Centre, and the Royal Saskatchewan Museum and the outdoor bandstand all contribute to the advancement of cultural arts and beauty.
Outdoor recreational facilities exist in Douglas Park, on Wascana Lake, at the University of Regina and are extensively used by the citizens of Regina to host local, provincial and national sporting events. On the lake, such events as the Canada Games, Canada Day Regatta, Dragon Boat Festival and Wakeboard Competitions have all been hosted by Regina with pride.
Parks developed on lands owned by the Government, City and University provide many hectares of quiet beauty where families may picnic and barbecue. A unique Waterfowl Park serves as home for Canada Geese, ducks, shore birds and marsh mammals, giving city residents and visitors the opportunity to view (and occasionally feed) numerous species in a natural habitat.(Information from a Wascana Centre Authority Pamphlet)
Wascana Park has been Regina'a beautiful escape for many years. Check out a virtual tour created by Digital Tao Imaging Inc here.
There are many attractions at the lake so that anyone can have fun.Check out the map below for the locations of Wascana attractions including our very own marina as location #15.
 We cater to your needs. If we cannot find a way to serve your needs here we will help you find someone who can. We work in close proximity with the businesses around us and can utilize the whole of Wascana Park to help make your experience the best it possibly can be. Whether you are in Regina for a few days or a lifetime, we believe Wascana Park has a lot to offer and is a great place to spend an afternoon.
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